Human Resources Generalist

AISIN Texas is seeking an HR Generalist to support the organization by fostering positive employee relations, strengthening communication, and promoting a workplace culture built on mutual trust, respect, and open dialogue. This role reports to the Human Resources Assistant Manager and serves as a resource for team members and management.

About the role

The HR Generalist helps identify and address workplace concerns, provides guidance on company policies and employment practices, and supports the early detection and prevention of employee relations issues. This position develops and supports communication methods, engagement activities, and other initiatives designed to strengthen relationships between team members and the company. The role also ensures compliance with applicable employment laws, company policies, leave programs, and related HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain positive relationships with team members and management to foster an open, respectful, and communicative workplace environment.
• Serve as a resource to team members regarding company policies, procedures, workplace expectations, and other HR-related matters.
• Gather and evaluate team member feedback, concerns, and workplace observations to identify potential employee relations issues and support timely resolution.
• Meet with team members and management to discuss workplace concerns, policy questions, employee relations matters, and other HR-related issues.
• Review employee relations matters and recommend appropriate actions consistent with company policies, procedures, established practices, and applicable employment requirements.
• Support the early identification and prevention of workplace issues that may negatively affect team member morale, engagement, or organizational effectiveness.
• Develop and implement communication activities, employee engagement events, and other initiatives designed to strengthen communication and relationships throughout the organization.
• Promote understanding of the company's purpose, values, objectives, policies, and expectations to support employee engagement and organizational culture.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and team members regarding Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Leave of Absence (LOA), Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and other applicable leave or employment programs.
• Develop and deliver training or informational resources related to employee relations, company policies, leave programs, and other HR topics as needed.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee and workplace information.
• Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Partner with HR leadership and other departments to support employee relations initiatives and address workplace concerns.
• Perform other duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in employee relations, team member relations, internal communications, Human Resources, or a related role.
• Working knowledge of employee relations practices and applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge of FMLA, LOA, STD, LTD, and other employee leave and disability programs.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to establish trust and communicate effectively with team members and management at all levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate policies, expectations, and sensitive information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to listen effectively, gather information, identify concerns, and exercise sound judgment when evaluating employee relations matters.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with appropriate discretion.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Self-motivated and self-directed with the ability to work independently while supporting broader HR and organizational objectives.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow employee relations matters through resolution in a timely manner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to create professional documents, presentations, reports, graphs, and other business communications using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively with employees from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to understand, follow, and consistently apply company policies and procedures.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience in employee relations, team member relations, internal communications, Human Resources, or a related role.
• Five (5) or more years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting employee relations within an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Experience conducting employee meetings, workplace investigations, employee engagement activities, or employee relations training.
• Experience working in a multinational or cross-cultural organization.